DVT and issues afterwards.
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I was on blood thinners before and have tried compression stockings too. They don't seem to work or alleviate the pain that comes after athletic activity. I had a DVT from my groin to my ankle. Are there any procedures that could alleviate this?

Ankle swelling after VNUS closure in 2010
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I had VNUS closure in 2010 and my ankles still swell. I asked my doctor who did the procedure and he said he didn't know who. Do I need more sclerotherapy and another ultrasound to see if more work needs to be done? I still have some bulging veins.

Does grade 1 Venous Reflux need to be treated with EVLT?
(7 answers)
I was recently diagnosed with Venous insufficiency of 0.7s. My understanding is that this is grade 1 venous reflux. Does this need to be treated with EVLT? Will it get worse if left untreated?

Is the correcting reflux veins an urgent procedure??
(10 answers)
My vein mapping test showed reflux and weak veins. The test was done because of pain in leg and varicose veins. I had a DVT in that leg 2 yrs ago. Is the procedure to correct this urgent? Can it be delayed or not done at all?

Are Venous Reflux Exams also used for wound care?
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I have a slow-healing wound on my foot and my wound care center specialist recommended some vascular testing. Are the same venous reflux exams used to evaluate legs with varicose veins also used in people with non healing wounds?

Where can I get a Venous Reflux Exam?
(8 answers)
I have a few visible varicose veins, and general heaviness. I think I may need a Venous Reflux Exam. Can they be performed at a general practitioner's office, or should I go to a vein specialist or a hospital?

I have no varicose veins, but should I get a Venous Reflux Exam?
(9 answers)
Ever since my last pregnancy (1 year ago) I have had aching and heaviness in my lower legs, but no visible varicose veins at all. Should I get a venous reflux exam to find out what's going on, or is the discomfort likely caused my something else?

Is the Venous Refulx Exam the proper vein problem detection method?
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I was wondering what test can be performed to detect which veins in the pelvis are refluxing. I am having a hysterectomy and have been told if we know which veins are refluxing they can be taken care of during the hysterectomy surgery.

Should I get a Venous Reflux Exam for my spider veins?
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I have a lot of spider veins on my legs, but no pain and no visible varicose veins. However, if I get bruised it takes months to heal and my feet are always cold, even in the summer. Should I get a reflux exam to find out what's going on?

Will a Venous Reflux Exam tell me if I have venous insufficiency?
(9 answers)
I can see that I have varicose veins. Are all varicose vein sufferers diagnosed with venous insufficiency? How are these two conditions related?

What are the types of venous reflux exams?
(5 answers)
I've heard there are different types of venous reflux exams. What are they?

Are venous reflux exams required before varicose vein treatment?
(9 answers)
Do I need to have a venous reflux exam before endovenous ablation procedures? I have very obvious varicose veins on one leg, and already know i want to have them treated with ELA.

What can a Venous Reflux Exam tell me?
(8 answers)
How does this treatment measure my veins effectiveness?

Are Venus reflux exams painful?
(10 answers)
Does either version of the exam hurt? What should I be prepared for?

When should one get a venous reflux exam?
(11 answers)
And when is it unnecessary? I already know I have varicose veins, so what are the benefits of having a venous reflux exam?

what can I do to reduce varicose veins in my wife's legs?
(9 answers)
Would elevating her legs to my shoulders while lying in bed and massaging her legs from ankles to thighs help at all?

Large varicose vein
(10 answers)
Would a large varicose vein on the side of my leg get better with weight loss? Would it disappear or get smaller?

When are venous reflux exams helpful?
(12 answers)
I have a few varicose veins on my legs, which I'd like to have removed. My doctor suggested I might have a venous reflux exam, as well. I already know I have varicose veins, so why would I need an exam? Also, how are the venous exams performed?

Can venous reflux exams predict future spider or varicose veins?
(5 answers)
What exactly causes varicose and spider veins to develop, and can venous reflux exams tell me if I am going to have them now or later in life?